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RV52 ZVE

2002 Harley Davidson XL1200C

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

6,272 mi
Last recorded6,272 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Harley Davidson XL1200C10,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 ZVE
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL1200C
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 6,272 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 6,174 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 5,995 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 5,995 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 5,808 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 5,528 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 5,359 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 5,251 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 5,251 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 4,955 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewalls perished (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 20 Jul 2017 4,955 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewalls perished (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 4,064 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2015 3,767 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 3,767 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 3,603 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 3,603 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 3,361 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 3,153 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 2,979 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 2,620 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 2,042 miles

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL1200C?

Based on 9,931 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 22
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 22
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RV52 ZVE is a 2002 Harley Davidson XL1200C in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2002 Harley Davidson XL1200C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 10,884 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL1200C fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV52 ZVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL1200C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 24 years old, this Harley Davidson XL1200C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV52 ZVE registered?

RV52 ZVE is a 2002 Harley Davidson XL1200C, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is RV52 ZVE safe to buy?

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